Join a collaborative team where your technical skills and creative problem-solving make a real impact. We’re seeking an Electrical Designer I who’s ready to take ownership of projects—from developing and drafting construction documents to applying NEC standards and lighting design principles. In this role, you’ll work closely with experienced engineers and design leads to deliver high-quality building systems within the commercial building sector. If you’re proficient in Revit, enjoy collaborating with architects and engineers, and are ready to grow your expertise in power and lighting design, this opportunity offers the perfect balance of challenge, mentorship, and professional growth.

About HFA – Employee Owned. People Powered.

HFA is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior architecture firm who thrives in a people-first environment. Employee ownership isn’t just a structure – it’s a mindset that fuels everything we do. This mindset empowers us to think beyond our roles, pushing us to find innovative solutions that strengthen our client relationships and deepen our connections with our people internally. We believe that our people are our greatest asset which aligns with our culture code: We aspire to be a people-first culture of empowerment where talent thrives.

The ownership mindset also means that every team member is personally invested in the success of our projects and clients. This approach ensures that every decision aligns with our purpose: Leading our clients to fulfill their vision while building lasting partnerships.

With our focus on our people, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), and a flexible work schedule. We provide our team members with professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.

Job Requirements include but are not limited to:

• Designer will assist Electrical Engineer and/or Electrical Design Team to design, implement, and draft construction documents in support of clients' building program, including lighting and power design.
• Designer should utilize education and experience to independently tackle minor challenges as they arise on projects, with the support and/or direction of the Electrical Engineer or Electrical Design Team lead.
• Designer should start to apply NEC and other national code information for construction documents, with oversight from Electrical Engineer or Electrical Design Team Lead.
• Designer should begin to learn fault current calculations and ability to draw 1-Line diagram for simple projects.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Designer will develop skills in AutoCAD and/or REVIT, develop strong understanding of NEC and other relevant national codes, travel to project as necessary (as required by client).
• Designer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements.
• Designer will perform quality control of their own work prior to giving to Electrical Engineer for final review.
• Depending on needs of client and team, Designer could have direct contact with client on a regular basis.